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AHA Awards and Prizes

The Association recognizes a wide variety of distinguished historical work, which can take the form of an exceptional book in the field, distinguished teaching and mentoring in the classroom, and even on film. Since 1896 the Association has conferred over a thousand awards. The names, publications, and projects of those who received these awards are a catalogue of the best work produced by the historical profession.

TheJames Harvey Robinson Prize for the teaching aid that has made the most outstanding contribution to the teaching and learning of history in any field for public or educational purposes (biennial; next award year 2016)

The Dorothy Rosenberg Prize for the most distinguished work on the history of the Jewish diaspora published in English

The Theodore Roosevelt-Woodrow Wilson Award to honor individuals outside the historical profession who have made a significant contribution to the study, teaching, and public understanding of history

Upcoming Deadlines

Each year, the American Historical Association awards several research grants and fellowships with the aim of advancing the study and exploration of history in a diverse number of subject areas.

The deadlines for awards and grants have passed for this year. Thank you for all the worthy submissions! Committees are now reviewing the entries. Follow our blog at AHA Today for prize winner announcements.